For in him we live and move and have our being.’ As some of your own poets have said, ‘We are his offspring.’
Acts 17:28 (NIV)
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Today’s Devotional
In Acts 17, the apostle Paul is speaking to the people of Athens. He quotes from their own poets to show that even they have acknowledged the existence of a Creator. Paul uses this opportunity to introduce them to the true God, the Creator of everything.
This verse reminds us that our very existence is dependent upon God. We live, move, and have our being in Him. As His children, we are connected to Him and sustained by Him. This understanding should lead us to a life of gratitude and worship, recognizing that we owe everything to our loving Creator.
Time to reflect
To apply the lessons from this verse, consider these points:
- Acknowledge God as the source of your life and everything you have.
- Reflect on the fact that you are sustained by Him and that you live, move, and have your being in Him.
- Cultivate an attitude of gratitude and worship toward God, recognizing your dependence on Him.
Prayer Of The Day
Heavenly Father, we thank You for being the source of our life and everything we have. We acknowledge that in You we live, move, and have our being. Help us to remember our dependence on You and to cultivate a grateful and worshipful heart. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
Strengthening Faith
To apply the lessons from this verse, take these action steps:
- Spend time in prayer, acknowledging God as the source of your life and everything you have.
- Reflect on your dependence on God and the fact that you live, move, and have your being in Him.
- Make a conscious effort to express gratitude and worship to God in your daily life.
Today Wisdom
Our lives are sustained by God, and our existence is dependent upon Him. As we recognize this truth, we can develop a deeper appreciation for all that He provides and cultivate an attitude of gratitude and worship toward our loving Creator.
